Patient's question:
Boy, 12 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he felt sore throat even when drinking water, and noticed his voice was a bit hoarse when speaking. Additionally, he had a slight fever and lacked energy. Please ask: How can the child effectively treat tonsillitis and fever?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets tonsillitis, symptomatic anti-inflammatory drugs can be given. Local treatment methods can also be combined, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation and tonsillar injections, which are all good options. If the child's sore throat is severe, it is recommended to give pain relievers based on the situation. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medication can be given. If symptoms do not improve, it is essential to seek medical attention. If a child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is advisable to consider surgery as early as possible. During treatment, it is important to ensure the child stays warm and avoid further aggravating the symptoms by catching a cold.